Expanded membership on the left now exceeds 120,000 individuals
The Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung has reported a significant shift in the political landscape of Germany, with three major parties experiencing changes in their membership numbers following the collapse of the traffic light government.
The Greens, led by party leader Ines Schwerdtner, have seen an increase in their membership, currently standing at approximately 170,000. This growth is attributed to the way they do politics and speak to people, resonating with many Germans. More than 40,000 people joined the Greens in the months following the government's collapse.
However, the Greens' growth pales in comparison to the Left party, which has more than doubled its membership this year. The Left party, with approximately 50,800 members at the end of 2023, has currently 120,000 members. In just a few months, they have gained 64,000 new members, making them the party with the most new members in the last months. This growth is seen as a significant advantage for the upcoming elections.
The AfD, on the other hand, has also experienced an increase in membership numbers, now standing at 70,000, an increase from two years ago when there were half as many. The spokesperson for the AfD reported this information to dpa on request.
Meanwhile, the alliance "Sahra Wagenknecht" has also been growing in recent months, currently boasting 4,500 members, as reported by the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung.
The average age in the Left party is 38.62 years, indicating a relatively young and energetic base. This growing membership provides them strength for upcoming elections, as they continue to resonate with the German public and communicate their message effectively.
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